Man to face trial over alleged attack on woman after beach dog dispute
A man accused of seriously assaulting a woman on a Sunshine Coast beach will stand trial. Police allege Thomas Keys, 30, caused grievous bodily harm to Kathy McKenzie, 60, at Peregian Beach in April 2025. The alleged attack followed a dispute over Mr Keys's dog running off-leash on a dog-free beach. Ms McKenzie suffered a spinal fracture, a brain bleed and five broken ribs, among other injuries. A magistrate found the evidence sufficient to proceed. Mr Keys will face trial at the Maroochydore District Court at a date yet to be set.